Egyptian Mint Lemonade: Refreshing Twist on a Classic Drink
Egyptian Mint Lemonade, known as Limonana, is a refreshing drink that combines the zesty flavor of lemons with the cool taste of fresh mint. Perfect for hot days, it offers a delightful twist on traditional lemonade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Egyptian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large lemons
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Juice the lemons and strain the juice to remove seeds.
- In a blender, combine lemon juice, mint leaves, sugar, and 1 cup of cold water. Blend until smooth.
- Add the remaining cold water to the blender and blend briefly to combine.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a sweeter lemonade, adjust the sugar to taste.
- Mint leaves can be muddled for a stronger flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Egyptian Mint Lemonade, Limonana, refreshing drinks, summer beverages